Muslim honorific from which "nabob" is derived (5)

I believe the answer is:

nawab

(Other definitions for nawab that I've seen before include "Indian governor" , "Native governor in India; bwana (anag.)" , "Muslim prince in India" , "Indian ruler" , "Governor in Mogul empire" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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